naysay Definition
to oppose, deny, or take a pessimistic or negative view of something.
Using naysay: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "naysay" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She always seems to naysay any new idea I come up with.
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Don't be so quick to naysay the proposal without considering its potential benefits.
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He's known for his tendency to naysay everything without offering any constructive criticism.
naysay Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with naysay
a person who habitually expresses negative or pessimistic views
Example
Despite the naysayers, the project was successful.
the act of opposing or expressing negative or pessimistic views
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His constant naysaying was starting to bring down the team's morale.
Origins of naysay
from 'nay' meaning 'no' and 'say'
Summary: naysay in Brief
'Naysay' [ney-sey] means to oppose, deny, or take a negative view of something. It is often used to describe someone who habitually expresses negative or pessimistic views, known as a 'naysayer.' 'Naysay' has formal synonyms like 'oppose' and 'contradict,' and informal ones like 'disagree' and 'shoot down.'
